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Who We Are

As Stewards of Oakland Gardens, TEAM 74 has a commitment to our community, beyond the walls of our school.  We are committed to providing a developmentally responsive, supportive learning environment in which students achieve at their highest levels.  MS 74 is proud to be a National Blue Ribbon School. Through strong academics and enriching arts programs, we are dedicated to educating the whole child and helping every student reach their highest potential.

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School News & Updates

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Summer Rising Applications Open

The Summer Rising Application is open from March 3rd - March 27th.
Our affiliated school for Summer Rising is at MS 172.
Please sign up using this link https://www.myschools.nyc/en/
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Parent Teacher Conference - Half Day

All students will be dismissed at 11:20 AM
Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on zoom at the time you scheduled with your child's teachers.
Afternoon 12:20 - 2:20 PM
Evening 5:00 - 7:30 PM
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Boys + Girls Basketball Team

Congratulations to the boys basketball and girls basketball team!! Both basketball teams are in the finals at Francis Lewis High School on Friday afternoon. Come cheer on MS 74!
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8th Grade Important Dates

Dear 8th Grade Students and Families,

The days drag and the year flies by and so we enter into our last 5 months together. We are so excited about everything that lies ahead for the rest of the school year and want to provide you with some dates to put on your calendar!

As a reminder, all of us at TEAM 74 are ready, willing, and able to do whatever is necessary to support you through the end of this school year; do not hesitate to reach out with any questions and/or concerns. Please see below for the yearly activities, events, and celebrations taking place from February to June.

I wish you all the best of luck over the next few months as you complete your middle school career on a high note! - Ms. Perlstein

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Congratulations Debate Team

Congratulations to our incredible debate team on earning 2nd place at the first annual District 26 Debate Competition last night!
Competing against the top middle schools in District 26, our students showed what it means to work diligently together. Their determination, teamwork and support for one another were on full display, reflecting the pride and excellence of our school community. Let's go TEAM74!
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Image describing how to sign up for summer rising
The Summer Rising Application is open from March 3rd - March 27th.
Our affiliated school for Summer Rising is at MS 172.
Please sign up using this link https://www.myschools.nyc/en/
This image describes the time and date of the parent teacher conference meeting
All students will be dismissed at 11:20 AM
Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on zoom at the time you scheduled with your child's teachers.
Afternoon 12:20 - 2:20 PM
Evening 5:00 - 7:30 PM
an image of the information regarding the details of the championship game
Congratulations to the boys basketball and girls basketball team!! Both basketball teams are in the finals at Francis Lewis High School on Friday afternoon. Come cheer on MS 74!
a thumbnail describing 8th grade information
Dear 8th Grade Students and Families,

The days drag and the year flies by and so we enter into our last 5 months together. We are so excited about everything that lies ahead for the rest of the school year and want to provide you with some dates to put on your calendar!

As a reminder, all of us at TEAM 74 are ready, willing, and able to do whatever is necessary to support you through the end of this school year; do not hesitate to reach out with any questions and/or concerns. Please see below for the yearly activities, events, and celebrations taking place from February to June.

I wish you all the best of luck over the next few months as you complete your middle school career on a high note! - Ms. Perlstein

Click explore all news for the dates!
Group of debate students posing on stage for winning at a debate competition.
Congratulations to our incredible debate team on earning 2nd place at the first annual District 26 Debate Competition last night!
Competing against the top middle schools in District 26, our students showed what it means to work diligently together. Their determination, teamwork and support for one another were on full display, reflecting the pride and excellence of our school community. Let's go TEAM74!
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